Hello out there, rowing fans. August was a crazy busy month and as much as I've wanted to take time to reflect a bit on the many milestones and events that have come to pass, I just haven't had time. Here's a rundown on what I've been up to. NSR III Margot and I got … Continue reading The Haps as of Late
Happy Birthday Olivia!
A birthday video I made for Olivia's birthday, since we couldn't celebrate our consecutive days together.
Making it Through the Days
This is truly the endless summer. With Lucerne behind us, it's a strange feeling looking toward Worlds selection and realizing we still have months to go until the Team will depart for pre-Worlds camp in San Diego, and then for New Zealand. We haven't pulled a 2k test yet this year. We haven't done much … Continue reading Making it Through the Days
Sweaty Day
Despite epic puddles left by my teammates in the sweltering second floor erg room at PTC, I always have been, and always will be, a beader. Only a few piddly drops under my erg.
The Lucerne Letdown
Today was my first day of almost normal sleep after having been back in the US for two and a half days. Despite my best efforts, staying up past about 7:00 has been a challenge over the past few days, but now that I'm due at the boathouse at regular practice times, motivation to sleep … Continue reading The Lucerne Letdown
Surviving the Heat(s)
It was a warm one down on the Rotsee today, which made it feel just like home (where temps are in excess of 100 degrees F, by the way, making the temps creeping toward 90 here seem lukewarm). The heat definitely had athletes seeking out shade in the warm up and cool down areas, many … Continue reading Surviving the Heat(s)
Megan Kalmoe, OLY 